Say this prayer once a day for nine consecutive days:

Almighty God, Whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the Cross that He might draw the whole world to Himself, mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery of our resemption, may have grace to take up our cross and follow Him; Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Jesus, Who becuase of Your burning love for us willed to be crucified and to shed Your Most Precious Blood for the redemtion and salvation of our souls, look down upon us from Your Most Holy Cross and grant the petition we ask for... (mention silently your special intentions). We trust completely in Your mercy. Cleanse us from sin by Your grace, sanctify our work, give us and all those who are dear to us our daily brad, lighten the burden of our sufferings, bless our families, and grant to the nations, so sorely afflicted, Your peace, which is only true peace, so that by obeying Your Commandments we may come at least to the glory of Heaven. Amen.